ESSEX PROPERTY TRUST, INC. (ESS) Stock
ESS has an Alpha Score of 46 out of 100 (weak), computed on Aug 29, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 5 members of Congress disclosed 7 trades in ESS since 2014: 3 purchases and 4 sales, most recently Alan Armstrong (purchase, Mar 27, 2026). 3 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported ESS in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Citadel's at $23.92M. Its trailing P/E ratio is 42.3 and its net margin 21.5% (key statistics as of Oct 21, 2026).
What is ESS's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 46 reflects weak overall profile with moderate momentum, weak value, weak quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Aug 29, 2026 · 58 days ago; due for a rescore
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded ESSEX PROPERTY TRUST, INC. (ESS)?
Most recent: Alan Armstrong (purchase, Mar 27, 2026); records start Aug 27, 2014.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Armstrong R-OK · Senate | 2026-03-27 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Rick Larsen D-WA · House | 2026-01-07 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Dan Goldman D-NY · House | 2023-07-12 | sale | $15k – $50k |
| Rick Larsen D-WA · House | 2022-07-07 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Rick Larsen D-WA · House | 2021-07-07 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Zoe Lofgren D-CA · House | 2020-03-23 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Sheldon Whitehouse D-RI · Senate | 2014-08-27 | partial sale | $15k – $50k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Oct 22, 2026.
See all ESS political trades →Which hedge funds own ESS?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 82K | $23.92M | -74% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 30K | $8.75M | -77% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 3K | $808.0K | -96% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →What are ESS's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 21, 2026
How does ESS's valuation compare with the Real Estate sector?
| Metric | ESS | Real Estate median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 42.3 | 28.5 | 45 |
| Net margin | 21.48% | 20.71% | 47 |
| Return on equity | 7.55% | 7.16% | 47 |
| Dividend yield (payers) | 4.30% | 4.28% | 40 |
Medians over the Real Estate stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Oct 26, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
AlphaScala analysis on ESS
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Powered by TradingViewWhat does ESSEX PROPERTY TRUST, INC. do?
Essex Property Trust, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the multifamily residential sector. It focuses on the ownership, operation, management, acquisition, development, and redevelopment of apartment communities, primarily in supply-constrained West Coast markets including urban and suburban submarkets of Southern California, Northern California, and Seattle. The company maintains ownership interests in approximately 259 apartment communities comprising over 63,000 apartment homes, with additional properties in active development. Essex Property Trust, Inc. emphasizes high-quality, large-scale properties that serve residents in vibrant coastal economies, supporting stable rental housing demand driven by strong job and income growth in these regions. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, it plays a key role in providing residential real estate exposure within the REIT industry, catering to investors seeking income-oriented opportunities in premium apartment markets.